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Grab the free PDF for this episode here: https://bettergerman.info/sie This guide walks you through all the different uses of “sie” in one place. Work through the examples, follow along with Susi in the episode, and test yourself with short sentences so each meaning sticks for good. It's straightforward, practical, and finally makes this tiny troublemaker easy to handle. In episode 49 of the Bette...

Hello!✨Welcome to Episode 48 of the Better German Podcast , where host Susi Blümel dives into one of the biggest challenges every learner faces: Why it’s so hard to remember German words — and what you can do to make them stick finally. She also shares some exciting updates about the show: new weekly episodes, a growing team, and easier access to free PDF companion guides — now available to every...

Episode 47 is building directly on Episode 44' s vocabulary list. This episode turns theory into action: you'll create real sentences, understand how to use the words introduced in episode 44 to describe things. You will learn how they are actually used in sentences. Susi shares how practice bridges the gap between knowing words and actually using them. 📥Here you'll find the PDF that accompanies...

  Summary 📥 Download the PDF that accompanies this episode: https://bettergerman.info/clothes This episode of the Better German Podcast takes you through the essentials of German clothing vocabulary. From coats and dresses to trousers and shirts, you’ll learn the most common words, their plural forms, and some differences between clothing items in German and English. Susi applies her effecti...

📥Here you'll find the PDF that accompanies this episode: https://bettergerman.info/verbs1 . Download this free PDF and practice the verbs from Episode 45 step by step. Learn the forms, follow along with the podcast, and create your own sentences. Quick, simple, and effective—start speaking with confidence today!  🎧 Better German Podcast+ - Exclusive Podcast and Community Early access exclus...

📥 Here you find the PDF that goes with this episode: https://bettergerman.info/adjectives Download this free guide and practise the 16 core German describing words from Episode 44 — with examples, pronunciation tips, and short exercises that help you actually use them in real sentences. In this episode of Better German , host Susi Blümel walks you through essential adjectives like big, small, old...

In episode 43 of the Better German Podcast, host Susi Blumel breaks down everything you need to know about German numbers. She guides listeners through counting from 1 to 100, explains the difference between “eins” and “ein,” and introduces patterns for numbers above 20. She also previews upcoming episodes on adjectives, ordinal numbers, and dates. This episode is perfect for beginners or anyone w...

Hey there, and welcome back to Better German! In this episode, Susi Blumel is making colors in German super easy to talk about. She covers how to ask and answer questions like, “Is the table green?” or “What color is the chair?”—all with simple examples you can use right away. Plus, you'll hear about a free PDF packed with more sentences for extra practice inside friendly Better German Community i...

In this episode of Better German, host Susi Blumel explores the often confusing concept of “false friends”—German words that look or sound like English ones but mean something entirely different. With relatable stories and examples like Gift , become , and Rat , Susi highlights how these tricky pairs can lead to misunderstandings. She shares practical tips for spotting and mastering false friends,...

In this episode of Better German teaches listeners the German words for basic colors. She shares updates about her teaching, new online courses, and the free Better German community. Susi provides a clear, repeat-after-me pronunciation guide for a range of color words, tips for memorizing and practicing vocabulary, and practical exercises to help learners integrate these new words into everyday us...

Introduction Welcome back to the Better German podcast! In this episode, Susi Blümel returns after a short break to share exciting news about the launch of the Better German Community—a place where learners can connect, practice, and improve their German skills together. 🎧 Better German Podcast+ - Exclusive Podcast and Community Early access exclusive PLUS content via your own private feed, all p...

In episode 38 of the Better German Podcast , host Susi Blumel introduces an upcoming German beginner course and discusses a new frequency for podcast episodes. The main focus of the episode is a word list covering family members in German, with translations and helpful illustrations. Learn German repeating those words! Here you can get the list of words used with translation and an illustration....

Episode 37 is the third and final part of a mini-series introducing German cases. It briefly recaps the first two episodes, which covered the definition and importance of cases, names of cases, and how verbs determine cases. The focus of this episode is on how German prepositions determine cases, with examples provided for clarity. It also explains special prepositions that require different cases...

In this episode, you will learn the names and basic usages of each of the four cases of the German language.  Get the free PDF German Case Essentials here. Want to go further with your German? 🎧 Better German Podcast+ - Exclusive Podcast and Community Early access exclusive PLUS content via your own private feed, all podcast resources in one place, ask questions and more. Free version is ava...

In episode 35 of the Better German Podcast , I am going to give you an introduction to German cases. And we are discussing here the very basics - what are cases at all? Why do we have them? Other languages ​​get along just fine without them, so what are they really?    Get the free PDF German Case Essentials here. Want to go further with your German? 🎧 Better German Podcast+ - Exclusive...

This episode of the Better German podcast provides a comprehensive guide for travelers to German-speaking countries, focusing on essential German words, tips for accommodations, supermarkets, pharmacies, public transport, entertainment options, and restaurants.  Download the free PDF with the words here . Want to go further with your German? 🎧 Better German Podcast+ - Exclusive Podcast and C...

In this episode of the Better German Podcast , Susie Blumel goes into the topic of formal and informal communication in the German language. She explains how the usage of different forms depends on the level of familiarity with the person you are addressing, and how this can vary in social or professional settings, providing practical examples for better comprehension. Want to go further with your...

In Episode 32 of the Better German Podcast, Susi introduces and explains the meanings of typical German words like 'eh', 'jö', 'gell', 'na ja', and 'gerne'. It also touches on the Better German Academy, a project aiming to provide comprehensive learning materials for German language learners. Want to go further with your German? 🎧 Better German Podcast+ - Exclusive Podcast and Community Early acc...

Welcome to Episode 31 of the Better German Podcast ! In this episode, we will talk about 'The Sound of Music' from an Austrian perspective, discussing its historical context, the impact of World War II, and the portrayal of Austrian traditions. We will go into the reason why The Sound of Music was literally successful everywhere but in Austria and Germany. But how much of The Sound of Music is act...

This Episode of the Better German Podcast covers the different forms of the verb 'to be' in German, providing examples and explanations for each form. You will also hear about gender in German nouns and get information about resources for learning the language with ease. Want to go further with your German? 🎧 Better German Podcast+ - Exclusive Podcast and Community Early access exclusive PLUS con...

Welcome to Episode 29 of the Better German Podcast ! This episode discusses the time it takes to learn German, covering different levels of proficiency, hours of learning required on average to learn the different levels, and what to expect to be able to do when you have learned the level. If you are trying to figure out how long it will take you to reach your individual goal of learning German, t...

In this episode of the Better German Podcast , Susi Blümel discusses the significance of practice in learning German. She stresses the need for a balance between theory and practice, providing examples and guidelines for effective practice. Susi emphasizes that consistent and substantial practice is essential for mastery of the language, and she offers practical tips for learners to improve their...

Hello and welcome to the Better German Podcast ! In this episode, we'll discuss the most important parts of speech in the German language. Host Susi Blumel breaks down the fundamental components of language, from nouns and articles to verbs and adverbs, offering clear explanations in both English and German. By the end of this episode, you'll have a deeper understanding of these essential building...

Hello and welcome to Episode 26 of the Better German Podcast! The host, Susi Blümel, introduces the personal pronouns in the German language, including the basic translations for 'I,' 'you,' 'he,' 'she,' 'it,' 'we,' 'you' (plural), and 'they.' She explains the use of personal pronouns in relation to gendered nouns and also mentions the different forms of address in German for formal and informal s...

Hello and welcome to the Better German Podcast ! In this episode, the host, Susie Blumel, provides a beginner's guide on learning German nouns. She emphasizes the importance of focusing on nouns when first learning the language and provides tips on how to effectively learn and remember them. Susie explains the key components of learning nouns, such as writing and pronouncing the word, understandin...